HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Birmingham Airport

£39,000-£45,000

Birmingham Airport
Full-time | Permanent

Salary & Hours

Monday to Friday: £39,000 per annum moving to £43,000 once the security pass is obtained

• 4 days on / 4 days off: £45,000 per annum- Hours: 10-hour shifts, 07:00–17:00 (rotating shift pattern)

HGV Mechanic / HGV TechnicianThe Role

We are seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic to join our client at Birmingham Airport. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), ensuring safe and efficient airside operations.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment within a structured, safety-critical environment.

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, fault-find, and repair HGVs, plant, and GSE vehicles
• Carry out routine servicing and preventative planned maintenance (PPM)
• Complete inspections, brake and smoke tests, and defect reporting
• Accurately complete job cards, inspection sheets, and daily time sheets
• Communicate all faults, required parts, and VOR items to the Workshop Supervisor
• Present job cards to stores for parts issue
• Ensure all parts are recorded, labelled, and stored correctly
• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety regulations
• Quarantine and report defective tools and equipment immediately

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Candidate Requirements

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in HGV, plant, or GSE maintenance
• Strong diagnostic and repair capability
• GSE experience is advantageous but not essential
• HGV licence desirable
• Able to work accurately in a regulated airport environment

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Benefits

• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• No out-of-hours call-outs
• Stable, long-term employment
• Unique airside working environment

Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to work airside at Birmingham Airport — apply today to take the next step in your HGV mechanic career.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

This is a rare career opportunity for an experienced HGV Mechanic to work on specialist airport equipment in a role that blends variety, challenge, and professional growth. You’ll gain valuable experience that few mechanics ever get — all while being part of a supportive, expert team.